Vocabulary

Zeitgeist

Zeitgeist

the defining spirit or mood of a particular period of history as shown by the ideas and beliefs of the time

Satire

the use of humor, irony, exaggeration, or ridicule to expose and criticize people's stupidity or vices, particularly in the context of contemporary politics and other topical issues

Ubiquitous

existing or being everywhere at the same time

Opaque

not letting light through; not clear

Loquacious

tending to talk a great deal; talkative

Taciturn

temperamentally disinclined to talk

Tacit

understood without being openly expressed; implied

Incredulous

unwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true; skeptical

Perfunctory

(of an action or gesture) carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection

Awry

away from the appropriate, planned, or expected course; amiss

Undulating

having a smoothly rising and falling form or outline

Discreet

careful not to cause embarrassment or attract too much attention, especially by keeping something secret

Discretion

the quality of behaving or speaking in such a way as to avoid causing offense or revealing private information

Rebuked

express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions

Deft

neatly skillful and quick in one's movements

Erudite

having or showing great knowledge or learning

Poignant

evoking a keen sense of sadness or regret

Brevity

concise and exact use of words in writing or speech

Germane

relevant to a subject under consideration

Fervor

intense and passionate feeling

Disparate

essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison

Mitigate

make less severe, serious, or painful

Replete

copiously supplied (with); abounding (in) having one's appetite completely or excessively satisfied by food and drink; stuffed; gorged; satiated

Callow

lacking adult sophistication or being immature

Penchant

a strong or habitual liking for something.

Sentient

the ability to perceive, feel, and experience subjectively. It refers to being conscious and self-aware, capable of sensing and responding to the environment.

Halcyon

a period of peace, happiness, and prosperity. In Greek mythology, it refers to a mythical bird that calms the sea during its nesting time.

Predilection

a preference or special liking for something; a tendency to favor something.

Tempest

a violent, windy storm with strong winds and rain, often accompanied by thunder and lightning.

Capricious

given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior; unpredictable.

Ennui

a feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of excitement or interest.

Obsequious

characterized by servile compliance and excessive eagerness to please, often to gain favor or advantage from someone.

Clandestine

secret or hidden, typically for illicit purposes.

Abysmal

extremely bad or severe; very deep.

Dearth

a severe shortage; lack of; scarcity;

Plethora

a large or excessive amount; an abundance; myriad

Auspicious

lucky; fortunate; pointing towards success

Prudent

acting with or showing care and thought for the future

Inexorable

not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped, even by begging and pleading

Officious

objectionably aggressive in offering one's unrequested and unwanted services, help, or advice

Dismal

depressing; dreary

Perfidy

deceitfulness; untrustworthiness.

Capitulate

cease to resist an opponent or an unwelcome demand; surrender

Irate

angry

Paradigm

a typical example or pattern of something; a model

Precarious

risky; not safe

Posthumous

after death

Respite

break